Investors in Aquaculture

The Normandy Littoral Fund was established to harness the significant natural assets of Normandy's 640 km coastline and its pivotal role in the region's economy, particularly with nearly 50,000 jobs in the seafood sector, making Normandy the second-largest region in France in this domain. Recognizing these strengths and challenges, the fund aims to serve as an active financial partner to maritime stakeholders. Its team, composed of specialists rooted in the region, deeply understands the concerns of maritime professionals and is committed to long-term engagement to support their strategic planning and project implementation. The fund's focus spans the maritime, coastal, and river sectors, aiming to foster sustainable development and growth through strategic investments and tailored financial solutions that contribute to the economic and environmental prosperity of Normandy's maritime economy.

Hatch Blue is an aquaculture accelerator supporting start-ups in the fields of aquaculture feed, health, genetics, tech and production. The idea for Hatch was conceived in late 2017 by co-founders Carsten Krome, Georg Baunach and Wayne Murphy. Our vision is to achieve the least-possible footprint of farmed and alternative seafood for the benefit of the oceans, terrestrial ecosystems and future generations.

HATCH Aquaculture Accelerator supports start-ups in the fields of aquaculture feed, health, genetics, tech and production. A Global Catalyst For Aquaculture And Alternative Seafood Innovation. The idea for Hatch was conceived in late 2017 by co-founders Carsten Krome, Georg Baunach and Wayne Murphy. Our vision is to achieve the least-possible footprint of farmed and alternative seafood for the benefit of the oceans, terrestrial ecosystems and future generations.

WaterVent is enjoying a steadily increasing brand awareness.We specialize in fostering innovation and sustainability within the water technology sector. At WaterVent, we strive to promote impactful solutions and support the growth of pioneering ventures worldwide.

Fishing Accelerator is an acceleration program that aims to find innovative solutions to the problems of the fisheries sector. Welcome to a unique acceleration program that connects the experience and business opportunities of leading companies in the fishing industry with the most innovative technology of startups and companies around the world. A selected group of top companies with great experience in the fishing industry.

HATCH Fund I, launched in 2018, has a global focus on aquaculture and alternative seafood technologies. This fund has invested €1.76 million to date and currently holds a net asset value of €6.8 million. HATCH's investment scope encompasses a wide range of innovative technologies and solutions within the aquaculture and alternative seafood sectors, with a geographic reach that extends worldwide.

Wieland is one of the world's leading suppliers of semi-finished copper and copper alloy products. With a global network of production sites, service, and trading companies, Wieland offers a broad product, technology, and service portfolio.

Grosvenor Food & AgTech is an international investor specializing in food and agriculture businesses. As a strategic investor, Grosvenor Food & AgTech provides capital and expertise to support the growth and innovation of companies within the food and agriculture sectors. They leverage their global perspective and industry knowledge to identify and nurture investment opportunities that drive sustainable development and impactful change in the food and agriculture industries. Grosvenor Food & AgTech's commitment lies in partnering with visionary entrepreneurs and businesses to create value and achieve long-term success in the evolving landscape of food and agriculture.

Founded on a passion for the oceans and a commitment to making a difference, Ocean Impact is the Sweden-based investment firm of Fredrik Lind and Robin Ramm-Ericson. Ocean Impact aspires to support entrepreneurs and promising tech companies to fulfill their vision. Fredrik brings 25 years of experience serving technology companies and private equity investors as Senior Partner first at McKinsey & Co. in Singapore, and then at BCG in Stockholm, where he also led ocean policy and sustainability work as areas of expertise. The entrepreneur and unicorn-builder Robin leverages a deep passion for tech and ocean with his experience in actively building tech companies from the first idea to IPO and beyond. As an active owner and partner, Ocean Impact invests in and supports the scaling of tech companies with ocean impact.